New York City, NY - City health officials cited Mocana Bakery for health violations during an inspection on 07/24/2025.
The restaurant is located at 532 West 145 Street, Manhattan, Ny in New York City's Hamilton Heights district, serving local residents and visitors.
Health department documentation states: "05. Food adulterated or misbranded." Such infractions require correction to meet regulatory standards.
The examination revealed violations related to temperature control, which need to be addressed for proper compliance.
Industry experts consistently emphasize the critical importance of proper temperature control protocols. The USDA Safe Temperature Standards clearly states that Temperature abuse remains the leading cause of foodborne illness outbreaks in restaurant settings.
The inspection identified violations related to pest control, an important area of food safety.
Public health authorities continually highlight the fundamental significance of comprehensive pest control practices. Studies from public health organizations show that The FDA Food Code mandates that food storage areas remain free from pest contamination at all times. The FDA Pest Control Guidelines offers detailed requirements for maintaining compliance.
Health department officials noted violations related to sanitation, which require attention for public health compliance.
Food safety professionals regularly stress the essential nature of adequate sanitation procedures. As outlined in FDA Sanitation Standards, Federal regulators use FDA sanitation guidelines as the benchmark for evaluating food service establishment compliance. These federal guidelines guarantee that restaurants adhere to strict health requirements.
These compliance issues require correction to maintain proper standards for the restaurant and public health. Food safety professionals indicate that addressing non-compliance helps ensure customer safety standards.
The New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene has mandated that Mocana Bakery immediately address all identified violations before resuming normal operations. A follow-up inspection has been scheduled to verify compliance.
This inspection emphasizes the fundamental necessity of strict regulatory adherence in dining establishments. Area customers have the right to access compliance documentation when selecting food service establishments.
| INSPECTION DATE | 07/24/2025 |
| INSPECTION TYPE | Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection |
| Census Tract | 022900 |
| BBL | 1020760053 |
| CUISINE DESCRIPTION | Bakery Products/Desserts |
| ZIPCODE | 10031 |
| Council District | 07 |
| RECORD DATE | 08/15/2025 |
| BORO | Manhattan |
| Community Board | 109 |
| ACTION | Violations were cited in the following area(s). |
| NTA | MN04 |
| BUILDING | 532 |
| CAMIS | 50083554 |
| STREET | WEST 145 STREET |
| DBA | MOCANA BAKERY |
| SCORE | 37 |
| Latitude | 40.825654944786 |
| GRADE DATE | 07/24/2025 |
| PHONE | 3473638460 |
| BIN | 1061920 |
| GRADE | Z |
| Longitude | -73.948647840004 |
| VIOLATION CODES | 08A; 10F; 04N; 02G; 28-05; 04H; 03A |
| ALL VIOLATIONS | 08A: Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents; insects or other pests. || 10F: Non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material; not kept clean; or not properly sealed; raised; spaced or movable to allow accessibility for cleaning on all sides; above and underneath the unit. || 04N: Filth flies or food/refuse/sewage associated with (FRSA) flies or other nuisance pests in establishment’s food and/or non-food areas. FRSA flies include house flies; blow flies; bottle flies; flesh flies; drain flies; Phorid flies and fruit flies. || 02G: Cold TCS food item held above 41 °F; smoked or processed fish held above 38 °F; intact raw eggs held above 45 °F; or reduced oxygen packaged (ROP) TCS foods held above required temperatures except during active necessary preparation. || 28-05: Food adulterated or misbranded. Adulterated or misbranded food possessed; being manufactured; produced; packed; sold; offered for sale; delivered or given away || 04H: Raw; cooked or prepared food is adulterated; contaminated; cross-contaminated; or not discarded in accordance with HACCP plan. || 03A: Food; prohibited; from unapproved or unknown source; home canned or home prepared. Animal slaughtered; butchered or dressed (eviscerated; skinned) in establishment. Reduced Oxygen Packaged (ROP) fish not frozen before processing. ROP food prepared on premises transported to another site. |
This inspection was conducted on July 24, 2025.
Chicago Department of Public Health
The following violations were found: 08A: Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests. | 10F: Non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material, not kept clean, or not properly sealed, raised, spaced or movable to allow accessibility for cleaning on all sides, above and underneath the unit. | 04N: Filth flies or food/refuse/sewage associated with (FRSA) flies or other nuisance pests in establishment’s food and/or non-food areas. FRSA flies include house flies, blow flies, bottle flies, flesh flies, drain flies, Phorid flies and fruit flies. | 02G: Cold TCS food item held above 41 °F; smoked or processed fish held above 38 °F; intact raw eggs held above 45 °F; or reduced oxygen packaged (ROP) TCS foods held above required temperatures except during active necessary preparation. | 28-05: Food adulterated or misbranded. Adulterated or misbranded food possessed, being manufactured, produced, packed, sold, offered for sale, delivered or given away | 04H: Raw, cooked or prepared food is adulterated, contaminated, cross-contaminated, or not discarded in accordance with HACCP plan. | 03A: Food, prohibited, from unapproved or unknown source, home canned or home prepared. Animal slaughtered, butchered or dressed (eviscerated, skinned) in establishment. Reduced Oxygen Packaged (ROP) fish not frozen before processing. ROP food prepared on premises transported to another site..
Health code violations can increase the risk of foodborne illness. Common concerns include improper food temperatures (which can allow bacteria growth), inadequate handwashing facilities (which can spread germs), pest activity (which can contaminate food), and cross-contamination risks. These violations are monitored by health departments to ensure public safety and prevent foodborne illness outbreaks.
All inspection data for this report is sourced directly from the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene . View the original data source .
Food safety standards referenced in this report are based on:
Important Note: This article is based on official inspection reports at the time of inspection. Current conditions may differ. Always check the most recent inspection results before dining. Establishments have the opportunity to correct violations and request re-inspection.
